Russia began a three-day State Duma vote that includes occupied Ukrainian territories and excludes anti-war parties from the party-list race.
Zelensky expects late-September talks with a US delegation on grain exports, energy security and the economic pressures shaping diplomacy.
Putin’s support for using medically unfit volunteers in drone defense highlights Russia’s search for manpower while denying new mobilization.
Russia's election head Ella Pamfilova advocates stripping voting rights from emigrants labeled as 'foreign agents,' highlighting tensions over diaspora engagement and electoral integrity.
Russia’s State Duma amends fuel dampener rules and import compensations to stabilize domestic fuel prices amid refinery disruptions and export limits.
Russia proposes allowing individuals convicted of serious crimes to join the military under contract, reflecting recruitment challenges amid ongoing conflict and mobilization efforts.